School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Sunbelt Staffing; Dunlap (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing in Peoria, Illinois is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide school-based occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed OT. The role focuses on implementing treatment plans and helping students develop functional skills for classroom participation.

The candidate collaborates with teachers, therapists, and families, documents services, and participates in IEP meetings.

Qualifications

• Current COTA certification
• Active Illinois COTA license
• Pediatric or school-based experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, educators, and multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to students under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Implement individualized treatment plans and therapy activities based on student needs and IEP goals
• Support students in developing functional skills related to fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, self-care, and classroom participation
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, therapists, and families as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Document services and maintain accurate student records
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student progress updates as appropriate
• Provide services in accordance with district requirements and applicable state regulations

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Teamwork

Education

COTA Certification

Illinois COTA License

Job description

Sunbelt is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team and provide occupational therapy services to students in a school-based setting in Peoria, Illinois.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to students under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Implement individualized treatment plans and therapy activities based on student needs and IEP goals
• Support students in developing functional skills related to fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor integration, self-care, and classroom participation
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, therapists, and families as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Document services and maintain accurate student records
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student progress updates as appropriate
• Provide services in accordance with district requirements and applicable state regulations

Qualifications

• Current COTA certification
• Active Illinois COTA license
• Previous pediatric or school-based experience preferred, but not required
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, educators, and multidisciplinary teams

Why Sunbelt?

• Competitive compensation
• Dedicated support from our Therapy Division
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' academic and functional success
• School-based schedule aligned with the academic calendar
• Support from experienced clinical and recruiting teams

Compensation for this position ranges from $20.00 to $46.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.